Food delivery company Just Eat has launched its Restaurant Awards for the seventh year in a row, celebrating the best of the UK's eating spots and the work that goes into making them great.
Formerly known as the British Takeaway Awards, regional winners will receive a £1,000 cash prize and a trophy for their efforts. There are over 18 different categories, including Best Breakfast, Best Vegan, and Best Newcomer - and of course, the coveted Best Takeaway.
In Scotland, four popular restaurants have made the list - and people can vote for their favourites to win the award, with the chance of bagging a £250 Just Eat voucher for taking part.
Victoria Gold, UK & IE marketing director, said: "This year, we’re excited to be inviting more restaurants to get involved in our highly coveted Just Eat Restaurant Awards, so that food lovers across the country can support their favourites.
"While the name has changed and we’ve refreshed our look to a joyful orange, our mission remains the same. We’re still here to recognise the hardworking individuals behind Britain’s best food spots and champion passion, dedication and above all, unforgettable food.”
Here are the four Scottish eateries that are competing against each other for the title of Best Takeaway.
Nippon Kitchen
This Glasgow restaurant exudes modern Japan meets Old Glasgow. As well as serving delicious Japanese dishes fresh to order, they are making a huge effort to tackle food waste by offering more portion size options and training staff to advise customers to ensure quantities suit party sizes.
Chicken Union
Spotting the trend of Korean Fried Chicken growing rapidly in London, this family owned restaurant launched a year ago determined to pioneer this food and culture in Stirling. Just Eat says it's worth the trip just to sample their family recipe.
A Slice
Based in Kilmarnock, this is a Neapolitan Pizzeria with a difference. Chef Carmine uses his Nonna’s family recipe, once sold on the streets of Naples, to bring an authentic taste of Italian pizza to Ayrshire. Spotting a gap in the market, joint owner, Simonas, got a job as a delivery driver during lockdown to conduct market research.
Namaste Delhi
Namaste Delhi is a tapas style Indian restaurant, the first to offer up Indian tapas style dishes in Aberdeen. Passionate about innovation, this restaurant offers cooking and cocktail masterclasses, provides evening workshops to learn about healthy nutrition and yoga, and partners with local business to host “Glamaste” packages - which includes hair, makeup and a curry.
Anyone can now vote for their favourite local restaurant or takeaway and help give them the recognition they deserve.
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